PSU prioritizes Thai rubber global research and innovation, enhancing local communities’ quality of life
As Southern
Thailand’s first university, PSU embodies the principle “Our Soul is for
the Benefit of Mankind” through pioneering research and innovation. PSU
has advanced Thai rubber technology, broadening its applications and
achieving recognition both nationally and internationally.
Assoc. Prof. Sunton Wongsiri, M.D.,
Vice President for Research and Innovation at PSU, stated that rubber
has long been integral to Thai society. Recognizing this, PSU has
prioritized rubber innovation as a core policy to support the business
sector in Southern Thailand, promoting both social growth and economic
prosperity. The university has dedicated research teams, personnel from
various fields, and substantial budgets to advance this mission. This
commitment has led to significant knowledge development, innovative
mechanisms, and numerous breakthroughs. A key component of this
initiative is the active sharing of research insights and innovations in
rubber with the community, facilitated by PSU’s faculty and
researchers, fostering a collaborative growth between the university and
its surrounding communities.